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AcademicInfluence.com Series Spotlights Over 600 Leading Black Scholars in 20 Disciplines
FORT WORTH, Texas, — Who are the top Black scholars in academia’s most popular fields of study? AcademicInfluence.com celebrates Black History Month 2022 by looking at the most influential Black thought leaders of the past 30 years, academics who will be recognized by future generations for the impact of their […]
Sam’s Club Open Call to both private brand and diverse suppliers
There is great momentum at Sam’s Club, and they are on the search for even more great suppliers to help us continue to deliver something special to their growing membership. Now through February 8, we’re holding an open call for both private brands and diverse suppliers, giving you the opportunity […]
PEPSI® Unveils Super Bowl Halftime Trailer Featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar
PURCHASE, N.Y., Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — From the moment Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar were announced as the Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show performers, the world has been waiting to see what comes next. Now, in partnership with filmmaker F. Gary Gray, […]
Max Julien Dies: Star Of Film Cult Classic ‘The Mack’ Was 88
Max Julien, best known for his starring role in the 1973 blaxploitation film The Mack, died Saturday on his birthday at his home in Los Angeles, according to his friends. He was 88 and no cause of death has been revealed. “A statement from his public relations team praised his character. “During […]
Founder of Black Woman-Owned Tea Brand Expands Grocery Store Distribution into 22 States
Nationwide — Pennie Crockett, founder and CEO of Pennie’s Teas, now has nationwide distribution of her products in 22 states at The Fresh Market, Giant Foods, and Whole Foods Market. The states where her healthy tea products can be found in grocery stores include Alaska, Anchorage, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, […]
The Meaning of Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is a Swahili word that means “first” and signifies the first fruits of the harvest. From December 26 to January 1, many people of African descent in America-celebrate Kwanzaa. In Africa, there are many customs that are common among the various ethnic groups found on the continent. One of […]
Archbishop Desmond Tutu Passes Away at 90
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, a towering figure who helped bring an end to apartheid in South Africa, has passed away in Cape Town. He was 90. “The passing of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu is another chapter of bereavement in our nation’s farewell to a generation of outstanding South Africans who […]
Take A Look Real Estate Brokers to Commemorate its 10th Anniversary
Ohio Firm to Recognize the History and Contributions of Black Principal Brokers in Central Ohio Real Estate Columbus, Ohio – As Take a Look Real Estate Brokers celebrates its 10th year of business, the growing brokerage will honor the African American Brokerages that have contributed to the thriving Central Ohio market. […]
Founder and CEO of SB Market, Inc. created a specialty marketplace ShoptheBlackFoodMarket.com
Brooklyn, NY — Meet Keisha Spivey, the founder and CEO of SB Market, Inc. who has created a specialty marketplace called ShoptheBlackFoodMarket.com – the fastest growing online platform that sells and promotes Black-owned food brands. The African American community has enormous purchasing power. The University of Georgia reported on August 11, 2021, that the spending […]